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Rural Housing
The need for more affordable rural homes continues to rise, the Rural Services Network has warned. The network issued the warning in response to government proposals to increase the supply of new homes. Called Planning for the right...
A focus on meeting market demand is failing to provide homes people need, say rural campaigners. The government's failure to prioritise genuine local needs will perpertuate the housing crisis, says the Campaign to Protect Rural England. Current methods...
Involving local residents in housing design could increase support for rural affordable homes, say campaigners. Rural housing specialists Hastoe want the government to renew its White Paper commitment to encourage communities to be more involved in housing design. ...
More people now own a second home, including in rural and coastal areas, says a report. Some 5.2 million people now have second homes, reveals a new analysis published by the Resolution Foundation think tank. This represents a 30%...
Energy efficient homes are the key to keeping fuel costs low for rural residents, say housing experts. The warning was made by rural housing specialists Hastoe in response to a new government inquiry. Led by Professor Dieter Helm,...
A £150m fund to install affordable heating solutions in fuel poor homes could benefit rural households. The Warm Homes Fund was unveiled by the National Grid and its partner company Affordable Warmth Solutions. It is split in to...
A Heritage Action Zone initiative from Historic England is appealing for applications. The organisation says it will "unleash the power" in England's historic environment to create economic growth and improve quality of life in villages, towns and cities. ...
LACK of confidence in local planning authorities is perpetuating the rural housing crisis, suggests a study. Developments NEARLY two thirds of rural landowners would build new homes to rent or buy if they had more confidence in local planning...
OLDER rural people suffer from poor public services – as well as a lack of affordable housing, MPs have warned. It comes as the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Housing and Care for Older People launches an inquiry into housing...
The delivery of affordable homes in rural communities where they are needed is of great concern says the Rural Services Network. The network was responding to a report by the Campaign to Protect Rural England , which says more...
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Amid reduced public spending, fair resource allocation across regions is crucial. Despite a population larger than Greater London, rural areas receive significantly less funding for essential services, even though delivering these services in rural areas is more expensive.
Economic growth is widely acknowledged as essential for national wealth and prosperity and is a priority for political parties. Rural economies, employing millions and home to a higher proportion of small businesses, have potential for growth if barriers are removed.
Rural residents face distinct healthcare challenges, including limited access to transport, longer distances to medical facilities, an aging demographic, housing inadequacies, digital connectivity gaps, and difficulties recruiting health and care workers.
Rural communities are grappling with a severe affordable housing crisis, marked by high house prices, a lack of affordable housing, elevated living costs, and lower incomes, threatening their sustainability and vitality.
Transport is vital for the quality of life and economic health of rural areas, yet it faces challenges such as infrequent public bus services and less Government funding compared to urban regions.
Rural areas, encompassing a substantial portion of England's population and land, play a pivotal role in combating climate change and achieving the net zero target.
In an increasingly digital world, the lack of robust digital infrastructure in rural areas severely limits access to crucial services and stifles economic growth.
A future-focused vision for rural communities involves not just building the right homes in the right places but also ensuring thriving, sustainable communities.
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